Locum General Practitioner - ACCHO - Ipswich QLD (JOB -10003697)

Health Workforce Queensland; Queensland; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization in Queensland is looking for a Locum General Practitioner for their Ipswich clinic. The candidate must be vocationally registered and have a strong commitment to quality care, especially for Aboriginal communities. The role includes comprehensive patient assessments and participation in community health initiatives. Offering $1800 per day, this position invites those eager to make a meaningful impact on health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Vocationally Registered General Practitioner with AHPRA.
• Current Insurance Indemnity required.
• Ability to perform patient assessments and implement care strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to Aboriginal communities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team.
• Engage with community through health promotion activities.

Skills

Vocationally Registered General Practitioner with AHPRA

Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments

Demonstrated ability to meet targets

Current Insurance Indemnity

Ability to support continuous improvement model

Job description

Overview

Location: Ipswich, Australia

Sector: Medical & Nursing

Salary: $1,800 per day

Job Title: Locum General Practitioner - ACCHO - Ipswich, Queensland

Proposed Locum Period: Now until February 2025

Hours: Full-Time

Practice Information

This Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) is seeking General Practitioners for their Ipswich and Laidley Clinics. This well-established clinic has strong community engagement and is well supported by Nursing and Aboriginal Health staff. If you are interested in making a meaningful impact on health outcomes in Aboriginal Health and working on the frontline, we encourage you to consider the following opportunities.

The clinic is seeking dedicated and experienced General Practitioners to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to providing high-quality care, possess excellent clinical skills, and be enthusiastic about working in a collaborative environment, and with First Nation peoples and communities. DPA/19AB Permanent.

715 Health Check are utilised at the clinic as a vital tool improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. They prioritise early detection and management of health conditions, promoting a holistic approach to health, and contributing to closing the gap is our priority. All General Practitioners have the option to attend local schools to conduct 715 Health Check’s.

They have a strong and engaged client base, with outreach efforts including:

• Google Ads
• Social Media community engagement
• Monthly Newsletter
• 715 School Health Checks
• Health Engine online booking system
• Community events and engagement

Position Description

Unique benefits of being part of a multidisciplinary care team, where you'll have direct access to in-house support from a diverse range of specialists and allied health professionals. This collaborative environment not only enhances the quality of care we provide but also fosters continuous learning and professional growth, allowing you to expand your expertise and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Key Selection Criteria

• Vocationally Registered General Practitioner with AHPRA
• Current Insurance Indemnity
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments, plan, implement, and evaluate clinical care and primary health care strategies, including appropriate investigations, treatment and referral
• Demonstrated ability to meet targets and performance outcomes
• Ability to support a continuous improvement model for achieving outcomes
• Criminal History Check
• Employment is conditional upon maintaining a clear personal history screening checks prior to and throughout employment

Locum Rate: $1800 per day

About Ipswich

Ipswich is centrally located in the booming South-East Queensland region of Australia. To the east is the capital city Brisbane, and to the west are the rural and agricultural areas of the Brisbane, Lockyer and Fassifern Valleys. The city is ideally positioned on the national road network - 40 minutes drive from Brisbane, an hour’s drive from the Gold Coast and 60 minutes drive from domestic and international ports.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more information on this position, please contact our team via [e-mail].

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JOB – 10003697